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2. Venous thrombosis - Wikipedia

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   The abbreviation DVT/PE refers to a VTE where a deep vein thrombosis (DVT) has moved to the lungs (PE or pulmonary embolism). [4] Since the veins return blood to the heart, if a piece of a blood clot formed in a vein breaks off it can be transported to the right side of the heart, and from there into the lungs.

3. Thrombophlebitis - Wikipedia

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   Deep vein thrombosis/ right leg. Thrombophlebitis causes include disorders related to increased tendency for blood clotting and reduced speed of blood in the veins such as prolonged immobility; prolonged traveling (sitting) may promote a blood clot leading to thrombophlebitis but this occurs relatively less.

4. Thromboembolism - Wikipedia

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   deep vein thrombosis (DVT) [3] [4] [5] BD71, pulmonary embolism (PE) [3] [4] [5] BB00. VTE is a common cardiovascular disorder with significant morbidity and mortality. [3] [4] [5] VTE can present with various symptoms, such as painful leg swelling, chest pain, dyspnea, hemoptysis, syncope, and even death, depending on the location and extent ...

5. Bancroft's sign - Wikipedia

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   Bancroft's sign, also known as Moses' sign, [1] is a clinical sign found in patients with deep vein thrombosis of the lower leg involving the posterior tibial veins.The sign is positive if pain is elicited when the calf muscle is compressed forwards against the tibia, but not when the calf muscle is compressed from side to side. [2]

6. Thrombophilia - Wikipedia

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   The leg is swollen and red due to venous outflow obstruction. The most common conditions associated with thrombophilia are deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), which are referred to collectively as venous thromboembolism (VTE). DVT usually occurs in the legs, and is characterized by pain, swelling and redness of the limb.

7. David Bloom’s sudden death was caused by a ‘silent killer ...

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   The cause of death was a complication from deep vein thrombosis. A blood clot that started in Bloom’s legs — likely brought on in part by spending long days inside cramped armored vehicles ...